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Baby Bottles for Life

We reflect on Mary's example of faith as we journey each and every day alongside our moms who have also said "YES" to life; moms such as Susan, Anna and Lindsey.

What if...Susan hadn't found Woman's Choice Services? She was unemployed, in an abusive relationship and had two young children. Our counselors offered Susan a place of refuge and support so that Susan was able to embrace and enjoy the young life growing in her womb.

What if...Woman's Choice Services wasn't able to offer free ultrasounds? Anna's unborn baby would have been aborted. Through the support of our counselors, Anna received vital resources and referrals so that Anna and her child could live in a safe, stable and happy environment. Anna is now back in school and working hard to provide a wonderful life for her two beautiful girls.

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Our clients remind us of our Holy Mother who said "YES" to life, knowing the difficulties she would face. Our staff and volunteers are continually amazed by the strength and courage that our clients demonstrate as they take their leap of faith into motherhood despite the hardships, judgments and fear that lay ahead of them.

What if... Dr. Lawler hadn't been available to give Lindsey an ultrasound? Lindsey, at 17 years of age, was 15 weeks pregnant and looking to have an abortion. Lindsey's ultrasound showed her baby's arms, legs, face and beating heart, which brought tears to her eyes as she said that she would keep her baby.

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What if...we did not have your support? Woman's Choice Services has been blessed to serve each of these young mothers as a result of your financial generosity. Your donations have propelled the mission of our organization through five years of service and we hope and pray that you will consider supporting WCS with a financial gift.

Please make a contribution so that ou rmission can continue.

Baby Bottles for Life

1. Pick up a bottle after mass on January 21st or 22nd at St Mary Immaculate Parish in Plainfiled.

2. Take the bottle home and fill it with spare change, cash or a check made payable  to Woman’s Choice Services.

3. Return bottle after mass on February 4thor 5th You can also drop it off at 123 W. St. Charles Road # 101, Lombard, Illinois 60148 or 1701 N. Larkin Avenue #311, Crest Hill, Illinois 60403

 

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